Kamikawa (Ishikari) District spans eight towns around Asahikawa in central Hokkaido, including Biei with its patchwork hills and Higashikawa, known for its photography culture and craft scene. The area sits at the foot of the Daisetsuzan mountains, with access to Daisetsuzan National Park for hiking, skiing and hot springs. Asahikawa provides the region's transport hub, services and airport.